Known widely as Kheer Bhawani and Ragnya Asthapana, Tullamul is situated 27 Kms. north of Srinagar, in Gandherbal Tehsil. It is said that Mata Ragnya came to Kashmir during the times of Ramayana. The holy spring of Tullamul is situated on the bank of a branch of river Sindh, called, according to Nilamat Purana, Tsandara Baga. It is approachable both by road and by river.
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Know Your Motherland – Kashmir
Vitasta – Know Your Motherland
Vitasta is known to the Kashmiris as Veth. When it leaves the Valley at Baramulla, it is called Kashur Darya. After it joins Kishenganga, it is called Jhelum, the name, derived from a Punjab town of the same name. Jhelum is now the most commonly known name. Continue reading “Vitasta – Know Your Motherland”
Martand Sun Temple – Know Your Motherland
The temple of Martand is situated at a distance of 5 miles from the town of Anantnag. Like most medievel temples in Kashmir, Martand consists of a courtyard with the principal shrine in the middle and a colonnaded peristyle. The latter is 220 feet long and 142 feet broad and contains eightyfour fluted columns facing the courtyard. Continue reading “Martand Sun Temple – Know Your Motherland”
Pari Mahal – Know Your Motherland
There are many historic monuments and sight-seeing spots in Srinagar that attracts the travelers all around the world. The Pari Mahal is one of them that calls for special mention. It showcases appealing beauties in its bricks, walls and holds rich story of the past. Continue reading “Pari Mahal – Know Your Motherland”
Wular Lake – Know Your Motherland
Photo Courtesy : Yogesh Masuria
Wular Lake, the largest fresh water lake in India, is situated at a distance of about 40 Kms. towards north-west of Srinagar. It is said to be formed as a result of tectonic activity. Continue reading “Wular Lake – Know Your Motherland”
Gangabal Lake – Know Your Motherland
Gangabal Lake (Lat: 34.4333, Long: 74.925) is situated at the foot of the north-eastern glacier of Mount Harmukh, at an altitude of about 3570 Meters (Francis Brunel, the author of ‘Kashmir’ puts the altitude at 3657 Meters). It is said to be the true source of Kashmir Ganga and is hence known as ‘Uttarganga’. It is the final goal of great ‘Haramuktaganga’ pilgrimage. Lake’s turquoise coloured sheet of water lends a subtle charm to the valley which is known as the ‘Hardwar of Kashmir’. Continue reading “Gangabal Lake – Know Your Motherland”